Supplier Quality Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage the SEAKR Supplier Quality organization to ensure external suppliers meet rigorous quality standards
• Execute Supplier Quality Assurance activities in accordance with AS9100 and customer requirements
• Evaluate supplier non-conformances to identify root causes and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Lead supplier approval activities and incoming Material Review Board activities
• Analyze supplier quality data to identify supply chain improvement areas
• Drive continuous improvement and support Lean initiatives at vendor facilities
• Supervise, train, and develop Supplier Quality Engineers and Auditors
• Establish department goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of experience in Supplier Quality
• 3+ years in a leadership role
• Detailed knowledge of high reliability/aerospace workmanship and manufacturing
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting electronic assemblies (IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620)
• Knowledge of SMT and through-hole assembly manufacturing and inspection
• Familiarity with ESD, FOD controls, AOI/X-ray inspection, and test procedures
• Experience managing contract manufacturers for complex spacecraft systems
• Experience conducting supplier audits to AS9100 or ISO 9001 standards

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Year-end bonus eligibility
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, bereavement, FMLA)

About the Company

SEAKR Engineering is a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications, pushing the boundaries of technology to change the world from space.